Business Partner, People and Culture

at  Toronto District School Board

QUALIFICATIONS

To take on the role of the Business Partner, People and Culture, you must have:

• University degree in a related discipline (e.g., Human Resources Management/Industrial Relations) and seven years of progressively responsible related experience in human resources working for a large, complex, multi-site and multi-unionized employer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive experience and expertise in HR management, including recruitment, employee relations, labor relations, human rights, strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and collective agreement interpretation.
• Proven experience in conducting investigations and alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation and facilitated conversations.
• In-depth knowledge of employment and labour legislation/regulations, HR trends, programs, policies, processes, and best practices.
• Strong strategic planning, project management, change management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills to resolve complex complaints and conflicts between individuals or groups.
• Exceptional analytical, interpretative, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach and advise leadership on engaging employees and building high-performance teams.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity.
• Holistic understanding of HR business partnership functions and key HR processes/policies.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present clear, well-structured reports and briefs.
• Discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to handle highly confidential information, sensitive issues, and emotional situations.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure to meet frequent deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, HRIS applications, and social media tools.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May require occasional travel

• University degree in a related discipline (e.g., Human Resources Management/Industrial Relations) and seven years of progressively responsible related experience in human resources working for a large, complex, multi-site and multi-unionized employer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive experience and expertise in HR management, including recruitment, employee relations, labor relations, human rights, strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and collective agreement interpretation.
• Proven experience in conducting investigations and alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation and facilitated conversations.
• In-depth knowledge of employment and labour legislation/regulations, HR trends, programs, policies, processes, and best practices.
• Strong strategic planning, project management, change management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills to resolve complex complaints and conflicts between individuals or groups.
• Exceptional analytical, interpretative, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach and advise leadership on engaging employees and building high-performance teams.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversity.
• Holistic understanding of HR business partnership functions and key HR processes/policies.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present clear, well-structured reports and briefs.
• Discretion, sound judgment, and the ability to handle highly confidential information, sensitive issues, and emotional situations.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure to meet frequent deadlines.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office, HRIS applications, and social media tools